Luca Guadagnino’s upcoming thrillerAfter the Hunt, starring Julia Roberts and Andrew Garfield, has a set release date. The film follows a college professor, played by Roberts, whose career and personal life unravel after a student, portrayed by Ayo Edebiri, levels an accusation against a colleague, played by Garfield.After the Huntmarks the first collaboration between Roberts, Garfield, and Guadagnino.
According toDeadline,After the Huntwill release in limited theaters on June 23, 2025, before expanding nationwide on October 17.The film was written by Nora Garrett and produced by Guadagnino, Brian Grazer, Jeb Brody, and Allan Mandelbaum under Imagine Entertainment. It features a supporting cast that includes Michael Stuhlbarg, Chloë Sevigny, Thaddea Graham, Will Price, Christine Dye, Burgess Byrd, and Lío Mehiel. Amazon MGM Studios will oversee its release.
What This Means for After the Hunt’s October Release
The Film Could Be Big For Both Roberts & Guadagnino Come October
Throughout her career, Roberts has earnedAcademy Award nominationsforSteel Magnolias(1989),Pretty Woman(1990), andAugust: Osage County(2013), and a win forErin Brockovich(2000). The release ofAfter the Huntpositions Roberts closer to the 2025-2026 awards season, and she could become a serious contenderdepending on her performance. Moreover, her recent work, includingLeave the World BehindandGaslit, further demonstrates her commitment to portraying multifaceted characters.
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An October release positionsAfter the Huntalongside Universal and Blumhouse’s horror sequelThe Black Phone 2and Lionsgate’s comedyGood Fortune, directed by Aziz Ansari. Moreover, Amazon MGM Studios previously collaborated with the director onChallengers, which becameGuadagnino’s highest-grossing film to dateat $96.1M globally. Also, Guadagnino has maintained a strong presence on the festival circuit, with Venice serving as a launchpad for his past projects. Because of this, the film could follow a similar trajectory.
Our Take On After the Hunt & Its Release Date
After The Hunt Seems To Be On The Right Track
With a release date now set for October 2025, anticipation forAfter the Huntis building even higher. With the combination of Roberts, Garfield, and Edebiri under Guadagnino’s direction suggests that the film will generate discussion, particularly given its subject matter. Its positioning next to other horror and comedy releases provides a contrast that may work in its favor. With Amazon MGM Studios backing the project and a strong cast,After the Hunthas the potential for success.
After the Hunt
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After the Hunt follows a college professor at a critical juncture as she navigates an accusation against a colleague by a star student. Amidst this turmoil, a hidden secret from her past surfaces, complicating her professional and personal life. Set to be released on July 24, 2025.
